Computer Problems: What Can You Ignore?

Batteries, chargers, overheating, performance.

Sorted by how urgent they actually are

Don't ignore

Can I Ignore a Swollen Laptop Battery?Verdict: DON'T IGNORENo. Visible battery swelling is abnormal, and major laptop manufacturers recommend stopping use and disconnecting AC power until the battery is replaced. Do not press a raised trackpad or case back into place, puncture the battery, or force a swollen battery out of the laptop.

Can usually wait a little

Can I Ignore a Hot Laptop Charger?Verdict: YES, BUTLaptop power adapters can become quite warm during normal charging, especially under heavier load. Keep the adapter uncovered on a hard, well-ventilated surface. Stop using it if the heat becomes abnormal for that charger or comes with damage, discoloration, burning odor, unreliable charging, repeated shutdowns or sparking away from the wall-plug blades.

Computer systems

Can I Ignore Something Else?